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Surviving Financial Fallout
Of the Death of a Loved One

By

Jonathan Clements

Updated Jan. 19, 1999 12:01 a.m. ET

Much to do. Not much desire to do it.

After the death of a loved one, all you want to do is grieve. But the harsh realities of funeral arrangements, probate and estate taxes quickly muscle in on your anguish, especially if you are the surviving spouse or...